Turning Challenges into Strengths

As a young girl, I often found myself “teaching” my dolls, not realizing that education would eventually become my true calling. It wasn’t until college, when I began working at a daycare, that everything changed. One little girl inspired me to shift my path—I withdrew from my Physical Therapy courses and enrolled in Education and Special Education.

During my studies, I worked as a Para-Educator in the Special Education classroom at Wilson Elementary School, an experience that further confirmed my passion for supporting individuals with diverse needs. After earning my Bachelor of Science, I moved to Arizona and began teaching Special Education. I loved my career deeply, and with every student I taught, my passion only grew stronger.

While teaching, I realized I wanted greater freedom to create lessons and experiences tailored to each individual’s unique goals. That led me to discover Therapeutic Recreation, where I earned my second Bachelor of Science degree. Through this field, I found the perfect way to blend creativity, purpose, and individualized support.

My vision grew into Ability Recreation, a company dedicated to serving people of all ages and abilities. I believe in meeting every client where they are, designing interventions that help them succeed, and creating opportunities that make their goals possible. If there’s a want, I will do my best to make it happen—because every person deserves the chance to play, grow, and thrive.

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B.S. Therapeutic Recreation, California State University East Bay

B.S. Education and Special Education, Fort Hays State University

Yoga, Ayurvedic Nutrition, Trauma-Informed Yoga, and Mindfulness Certification, My Vinyasas